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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Neuroscience
    • Rehabilitation Technology

    Background:

    • Quiet human standing relies on complex balance control models.
    • Key differentiating factors include intermittent muscle activation and predictive control to overcome sensorimotor delays.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the viability and performance of intermittent activation and predictive control in a balance control loop.
    • To incorporate neuromuscular dynamics of human calf muscles driven by functional electrical stimulation (FES).

    Main Methods:

    • Compared performance of different controllers based on sway patterns and mechanical effort.
    • Utilized a robotic balance simulator to test balance control.
    • Evaluated controllers with and without neural blocks to assess natural activation absence.

    Main Results:

    • All controllers achieved stable balance, even without natural muscle activation.
    • Intermittent activation conserved stimulation energy but led to greater sway compared to continuous control.
    • Continuous control better replicated natural standing sway patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • Prediction was not essential for stable balance but enhanced stability with intermittent activation.
    • Intermittent activation and predictive control models show promise for prolonged, stable FES-controlled standing.
    • These advancements could improve quality of life for individuals with balance impairments.